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Delaware Head Start
Managing Agency Delaware http://www.delaware.gov
Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment. Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with child care. Services are also available to migrant and seasonal farmworker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware, you must be a parent or primary caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school.

In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $14,521
2 $19,669
3 $24,817
4 $29,965
5 $35,113
6 $40,261
7 $45,409
8 $50,557
*For households with more than eight people, add $5,148 per additional person.

If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For enrollment information, contact the Head Start, Early Head Start, or Early Child Assistance Programs (ECAP) serving your community:

http://www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/earlychildhood/programdir.shtml

Additional Head Start or ECAP programs in your area can be found at:

http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices

Your local Head Start or ECAP program will provide the required forms, answer questions about the program, and help you find the program closest to your home.

If you need more help to find a Head Start or ECAP program in your area, call the Head Start Collaboration Office at:
302-739-4667
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit: http://www.doe.k12.de.us/infosuites/students_family/hs/default.shtml

Posted 04-08-12

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Delaware Family Voices

Helps families and caregivers of children with special health care needs and disabilities navigate the health care system and find the care they need.

This information was recently added to Disability.gov. To learn more visit https://www.disability.gov/state/delaware/health.

Updated 11-25-11

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Delaware Healthy Children Program (SCHIP)

Managing Agency Delaware http://www.delaware.gov

Program Description
The Delaware Healthy Children Program (DHCP) is targeted to children under age 19 whose family income is at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and who do not qualify for Medicaid. Eligible children receive hospital services, physicians services, dental services, lab, x-ray, prescription drugs, and mental health and substance abuse services.

General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Delaware, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $29,420 if two people live in the household; $37,060 if three people live in the household; $44,700 if four people live in the household; $52,340 if five people live in the household; $59,980 if six people live in the household; $67,620 if seven people live in the household; $75,260 if eight people live in the household; and $82,900 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,640 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state’s program information for details.

Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process
You may apply online by going to:

https://assist.dhss.delaware.gov/PGM/ASP/SC001.asp

Parents or caregivers can call 1-800-372-2022 to request an application be mailed to them, or for any help filling out an application.

You may also download an application here:

http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dss/files/chip_appl_engl.pdf

Program Contact Information

For more information, please visit our website at:http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dmma/index.html

Delaware residents can call the Department of Health and Social Services toll-free to ask about Medicaid: 1-800-372-2022.

E-mail inquiries should be sent to:
dhssinfo@state.de.us

Updated 11-04-11

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Delaware Medicaid

Managing Agency Delaware http://www.delaware.gov

Program Description
The Medicaid program furnishes medical assistance to eligible Delaware low-income families and to eligible aged, blind and/or disabled people whose income is insufficient to meet the cost of necessary medical services. Medicaid pays for: doctor visits, hospital care, labs, prescription drugs, transportation, routine shots for children, mental health and substance abuse services.

General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Delaware, a US national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. Some individuals must meet specific technical reasons such as age, pregnancy, or disability.

Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process
You may apply by going to:

https://assist.dhss.delaware.gov/PGM/ASP/SC001.asp

Parents or caregivers can call 1-800-372-2022 to request an application be mailed to them, or for any help filling out an application.

You may also download an application here:

https://assist.dhss.delaware.gov/PGM/ASP/SC001.asp

Program Contact Information

Please visit the Delaware Medicaid web site for more information on the program:http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dmma/index.html

Delaware residents can call the Department of Health and Social Services toll-free to ask about Medicaid: 1-800-372-2022

E-mail inquiries should be sent to:
dhssinfo@state.de.us

Updated 11-04-11

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Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens

Works to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through information sharing, networking, and providing advice on legislation and regulations that impact students in special education and individuals with disabilities.

To learn more visit https://www.disability.gov/state/delaware/education.

Updated 10-18-11

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Program Description
The Delaware Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) installs energy efficiency improvements in the homes of low-income
persons and households to reduce their energy burden, lower their energy costs and improve their health and safety in the home.
The Division of State Services (DSSC) administers the program under contracts with Neighborhood House, Inc., which operates
weatherization projects in New Castle County, and First State Community Action Agency, which operate projects in Kent and
Sussex Counties. Each agency subcontracts with private construction and heating contractors to install such measures as: air
sealing, insulation, window and door replacement, and furnace repair and replacement. The WAP operates year round with a waiting
list.

Weatherization assistance is provided at no cost to families whose incomes are at or below 200 percent of the Federal poverty
level. (As a reference, please see the Division of Social Services’ Income Eligibility tables.) Funding for the program is provided by
the U.S. Department of Energy, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Utility Funds.

General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Delaware, your household’s annual income before
taxes must not exceed $21,660 if one person lives in the household; $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three
people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six
people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; and $74,020 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $7,480 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process
Applications for the WAP are taken at Catholic Charities. Interested persons should call Catholic Charities at the following locations
to schedule an appointment:

New Castle County:
302-654-9295

Kent County:
302-674-1782

Sussex County:
302-856-6310

You can call the Delaware help-line toll-free for assistance with applying for the program at 1-800-464-4357.

Program Contact Information
For more information on the program, please visit:

http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/energy/services/Pages/Weatherization.aspx

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Program Description
Food Stamp benefits are issued through an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system. When benefits are approved, the benefits are
posted to the client’s account by 6:00 a.m. the next morning. Monthly benefits are posted to accounts by 6:00 a.m. alphabetically
over seven calendar days starting with the 5th calendar day of each month. A food stamp household is defined as a group of people
who purchase and prepare food together. Spouses and children under the age of 22 who live together must be included in the same
food stamp household. You must be a U.S. citizen or an eligible alien to get food stamps.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and
checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than
$13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the
household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the
household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.

Program Contact Information
DSS has 38 units throughout the state that determine eligibility for Delaware’s A Better Chance Welfare Reform Program, General
Assistance, Food Stamps, Child Care and Medicaid programs.

To find an office nearest you, click on the following link:

http://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dss/ofclocations.html

For more information visit our website at:

http://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dss/foodstamps.html

Managing Agency
Delaware

http://www.delaware.gov

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Program Description
The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs make nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free meals available to school children each
school day. School breakfasts and lunches must meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Federal nutrition standards. Some
schools offer afterschool snacks to children in the school’s afterschool care programs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for
each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child’s school. A listing of your state’s schools can be found here:

http://www.doe.k12.de.us/EduDir2/Programs/DistAnchor.asp

Program Contact Information
For more information visit:

http://www.doe.k12.de.us/infosuites/students_family/nutrition/

You may also call the state’s School & Community Nutrition Programs office at 302.735.4060.

Managing Agency
Delaware

http://www.delaware.gov

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Program Description
Just as learning does not end when school lets out, neither does a child’s need for good nutrition. The Summer Food Service
Program (SFSP) provides free, nutritious meals and snacks to help children in low-income areas get the nutrition they need to learn,
play and grow throughout the summer months when they are out of school.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware, your household’s annual income before
taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household;$26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three
people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six
people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Summer Food Service program, contact your state’s child nutrition program office. Contact information for your
state can be found here:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm

Program Contact Information
You can obtain additional information about Delaware SFSP by visiting:

http://www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/nutrition/sfsp/summerprogramfacts.shtml

You also may call the Delaware Department of Education at (302) 739-4601 to speak with a customer service representative about
SFSP.

Managing Agency
Delaware

http://www.delaware.gov

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Program Description
The Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP) is a Federally funded program for low-income families that need help meeting
their home energy costs. The Division of State Service Centers (DSSC) administers this program on a contractual basis with
Catholic Charities, Inc. The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance
Program (LIHEAP), provides funds. DEAP services provide assistance to income-eligible families to help them meet their home
energy needs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household’s annual income before taxes must not exceed $21,660 if one person lives in the household;
$29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household;
$51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household;
$74,020 if eight people live in the household; and $81,500 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add
$7,480 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Call Catholic Charities to find out where and how to apply for assistance.

•Kent County: (302) 674-1782
•New Castle County: (302) 654-9295
•Sussex County: (302) 856-6310

Program Contact Information
For more information about this program, please visit:

http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dssc/liheap.html

Managing Agency
Delaware

http://www.delaware.gov

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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income pregnant,
breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To be fully
eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.e., have
certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and, (2)
meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members who
participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
See the Delaware WIC website for detailed application information:

http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dph/chca/dphwicparapp03.html

Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm

For more information on Delaware WIC, please visit the Delaware Division of Public Health at:

http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dph/chca/dphwichominf01.html

If you have questions about the program you can also call the Delaware Division of Public Health toll-free at:
888-459-2943

For a list of frequently asked questions about Delaware WIC please visit:

http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dph/chca/dphwicparfaq01.html

Managing Agency
Delaware

http://www.delaware.gov

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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and non-profit childcare institutions that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs may also
participate in the SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs where children do not
have access to the school meal programs. The program reimburses institutions for the milk they serve.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Delaware, your household’s
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the
household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the
household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live
in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.

The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm

Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:

http://www.doe.k12.de.us/infosuites/students_family/nutrition/

Program Contact Information
For information on the Delaware Special Milk program (SMP), call the Delaware Department of Education at:
302-739-4601

For more information visit:

http://www.doe.k12.de.us/

Managing Agency
Delaware

http://www.delaware.gov

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